Course - Theories of Science and Research Methodology for subject didactics in KRLE - MGLU5211
MGLU5211 - Theories of Science and Research Methodology for subject didactics in KRLE
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 6 hours | E |
Course content
This course focuses on theories of science and different research methodologies and their suitability under different circumstances. Different research paradigms and the connection between theory and the choice of research methods will be discussed. Students receive training and practice in the use of various quantitative and qualitative research methods, source-critical methods included. While taking the course, the students will be starting their own research projects. Work on developing their research questions, relevant theories and methods, and assistance in detecting and solving (research) ethical challenges for their own projects will be central to the course. We will also discuss how to compose a scientific text with precise representations and correct references.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student
- has advanced knowledge about CREE-relevant research and theory and scientific thinking, research methods and ethics
- has in-depth knowledge of relevant research paradigms and connections between ontological and epistemological positions and choice of research approaches
- has in-depth knowledge of characteristics of different research designs and methodologies (methods)
- has in-depth knowledge of the different ways of collecting and analysing data
- has advanced knowledge of privacy and research ethics guidelines
- has advanced knowledge of how scientific subject matter from own research is presented
Skills
The student
- is capable of analysing and taking a critical stance to national and international research and applying this knowledge in the profession
- is capable, under supervision, of formulating research questions relevant to CREE didactics
- is capable of developing their own research project/empirical investigation
- is capable of making informed choices of research methods/methods for collecting data and analysing data
- can assess whether the project needs approval from NSD and in collaboration with the supervisor apply for this if required.
- is capable of analysing and taking a critical stance to sources of knowledge (research and data) and applying them to structure and formulate academic arguments
General competetence
The student
- is capable of analysing relevant academic and ethical issues related to teaching CREE in school
- is capable of disseminating and communicating academic issues based on independent research and master the language and genres of CREE-didactics
- is capable of contributing to development work that promotes new academic and pedagogical thinking related to the CREE-subject at school
- is capable of explaining and reason about methodological choices related to the focus of a study
Learning methods and activities
The teaching in the course is organized in lectures and seminars.The learning activities will vary between lectures, collaborative and individual work, discussions, and student presentations. Discussions and other academic cooperation, such as responding to fellow students work, are important ways of working and learning in the course, and it is expected that all students participate in such activities. Between the seminars the students are expected to read and work on tasks related to preparing their own masters theses.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory course work according to course description
Further on evaluation
The following activities must be completed in order to take the exam (Mandatory activities/assignments):
Written and oral presentation related the master project. Detailed requirements and delivery deadlines will be announced at the start of the semester.The assessment of these works will be graded either passed or not passed. Candidates who risk not being allowed to take the exam, shall get a warning, according to Academic Regulations(https://lovdata.no/dokument/SF/forskrift/2015-12-08-1449 )
Exam:
School exam. Grading system A-F.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 5-10 (MGLU5-10) - some programmes
Recommended previous knowledge
The student should have completed 30 ECTS of CREE in module 2/in masters level/during fourth year of teacher education or similar courses.
Required previous knowledge
Completed CREE 1 and CREE 2 (60 ECTS of CREE).
Course materials
The reading list will be published on Blackboard (the digital learning platform) before the course begins.
No
Version: A
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Teacher Education
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Teacher Education
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 E 2024-12-06 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL120 Sluppenvegen 14 1 SL110 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 4 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E 2025-04-30 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL311 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 1
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"